Anthony Santander

Anthony Santander is starting his second game of the spring at first base on Friday. Manager Brandon Hyde said that he is very comfortable with him at first.

Fantasy Impact

While Santander has started just two games at first this spring, it does seem like the Orioles see him as a legitimate option there. While Ryan Mountcastle is firmly the starting first baseman, Santander could certainly see enough time there if Mountcastle has a day off or serves as the DH. Any added flexibility would be useful for the 28-year-old who hit 33 home runs in 2022.

Anthony Santander is considered day-to-day with a knee contusion after being hit by a pitch on Monday.

Fantasy Impact

The injury does not sound too serious. While he may miss a day or two of Spring Training action, it should not impact him for long.

Anthony Santander went 0-for-3 with two runs and a walk in Wednesday's 5-4 win over the Blue Jays in game 1 of the doubleheader.

Fantasy Impact

Santander finished 2022 tied for the 49th most runs scored in the majors. He was also tied for the 13th most home runs with 33. The power hitter was very reliable in his sixth season playing in 152 games. He finished the year with career-highs in games played, at-bats, runs, hits, home runs, RBI, walks, and strikeouts. The 27-year-old recorded 13 more homers this season than his previous career-high of 20 back in 2019.

Anthony Santander went 3-for-5 with two home runs, a double, three RBI, and three runs in Tuesday's 13-9 loss to the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact

Santander will not be denied as he's recorded six home runs, nine RBI, and seven runs in his last four games. His three hits Tuesday generated an average exit velocity of 102.8 mph and an average distance of 394 feet. The power hitter has moved into sole possession for the 12th most home runs in the majors this season. Santander's home run upside continues to fuel his fantasy value.

Anthony Santander went 2-for-6 with two home runs and three RBI in Monday's 14-8 win over the Red Sox.

Fantasy Impact

Santander moves into a tie for the 14th most homers in the majors with 31 on the year. Monday marked the power hitter's fourth multi-home run game this season. Additionally, Santander is slashing a very nice .247/.322/.459 across 144 games. The 27-year-old remains very boom-or-bust with all of his upside coming from his home run ability.